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OPELOUSAS, LA 70570

Real Estate Market Report  ·  St. Landry County
Balanced Market
April 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

Data as of April 2026. Source: Realtor.com.

The OPELOUSAS, LA real estate market (70570) currently shows 145 active listings, with 38 pending sales. Homes are averaging 70 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 7 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 70 days on market compared to 82 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 1.2% year-over-year, from $194,975 to $197,250.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 38,498  ·  Density: 86.5/mi²  ·  Median household income: $43,750

Typical home value: $155,150  ·  Homeownership: 68.8%

Market Overview

Active Listings
145
⇧ 5.1% vs 138 last year
Pending
38
26% pending ratio
Median Price
$197,250
⇧ 1.2% vs $194,975 last year
Average Price
$241,515
⇧ 1.8% vs $237,340 last year
Days on Market
70
⇩ 14.6% vs 82 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$108
⇩ 2.7% vs $111/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,661 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 145 this year vs 138 last year
  • Days on market: 70 now vs 82 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $197,250 (+1.2% YoY)
  • Average: $241,515 (+1.8% YoY)

12-Month Price Trend

Median & Average
  • Median and average listing prices over the past 12 months

12-Month Inventory Trend

Active & Pending
  • Active and pending listing counts over the past 12 months

Historical Trend Charts

Median Price
Average Price
Days on Market
Total Listings
Pending Listings
Active Listings
New Listings
Price Per Sqft
Price Reduced %

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 24.9 miles — 802 listings ($249,056,219 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
70570Opelousas, LA 705700.0 mi136$34,431,528$186,875$253,173
70551Leonville, LA 705518.9 mi1$210,000$210,000$210,000
70525Church Point, LA 7052510.7 mi24$5,548,656$220,000$231,194
70589Washington, LA 7058911.4 mi16$8,806,560$220,625$550,410
70520Carencro, LA 7052014.4 mi84$24,924,312$239,500$296,718
70507Lafayette, LA 7050717.8 mi90$27,378,720$252,250$304,208
70535Eunice, LA 7053519.1 mi65$13,180,830$160,500$202,782
70750Krotz Springs, LA 7075019.7 mi3$537,375$203,425$179,125
71353Melville, LA 7135321.2 mi3$974,499$295,000$324,833
71356Morrow, LA 7135621.4 mi1$260,000$260,000$260,000
70506Lafayette, LA 7050623.3 mi180$44,917,380$227,519$249,541
70529Duson, LA 7052923.4 mi55$14,616,855$233,150$265,761
70503Lafayette, LA 7050324.9 mi144$73,269,504$313,675$508,816

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in OPELOUSAS, LA 70570?

As of April 2026, there are 145 active listings in OPELOUSAS, LA (zip code 70570), compared to 138 the prior year.

What is the median home price in OPELOUSAS, LA 70570?

The median listing price in OPELOUSAS, LA 70570 is $197,250 as of April 2026, a 1.2% increase from $194,975 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in OPELOUSAS, LA?

Homes in OPELOUSAS, LA 70570 spend an average of 70 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 82 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in OPELOUSAS, LA 70570?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of April 2026, OPELOUSAS, LA 70570 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 7 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 70 days on market compared to 82 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in OPELOUSAS, LA?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in OPELOUSAS, LA 70570 save an estimated $3,945 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $197,250. Our fee structure: 1% listing + 2% selling broker — no additional buyer or seller fees. Call (240) SELL-123 or email info@SELL123.com for a free consultation.